{"id":38926,"date":"2025-09-18T18:12:25","date_gmt":"2025-09-18T12:42:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=38926"},"modified":"2025-09-18T18:12:28","modified_gmt":"2025-09-18T12:42:28","slug":"purnia-airport-inauguration-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/bihar\/purnia-airport-inauguration-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Purnia Airport Inauguration 2025: PM Modi Launches \u20b936,000 Crore Bihar Projects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/bihar\/purnia-airport-inauguration-2025\/#Purnia_Airport_inauguration_2025_by_PM_Modi_marks_the_launch_of_%E2%82%B936000_crore_Bihar_projects_including_Pirpainti_thermal_power_plant_Kosi-Mechi_river_link_and_National_Makhana_Board_for_exam-relevant_current_affairs\" >Purnia Airport inauguration 2025 by PM Modi marks the launch of \u20b936,000 crore Bihar projects including Pirpainti thermal power plant, Kosi-Mechi river link, and National Makhana Board for exam-relevant current affairs.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/bihar\/purnia-airport-inauguration-2025\/#PM_Modi_Inaugurates_Purnia_Airport_and_Launches_Rs_36000_Crore_Projects_in_Bihar\" >PM Modi Inaugurates Purnia Airport and Launches Rs 36,000 Crore Projects in Bihar<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/bihar\/purnia-airport-inauguration-2025\/#New_Terminal_Inauguration_at_Purnia_Airport\" >New Terminal Inauguration at Purnia Airport<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/bihar\/purnia-airport-inauguration-2025\/#Launch_of_Development_Projects_Worth_%E2%82%B936000_Crore\" >Launch of Development Projects Worth ~\u20b936,000 Crore<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/bihar\/purnia-airport-inauguration-2025\/#Major_Energy_Investment_Pirpainti_Thermal_Power_Plant\" >Major Energy Investment: Pirpainti Thermal Power Plant<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/bihar\/purnia-airport-inauguration-2025\/#Rail_Airport_and_Connectivity_Enhancements\" >Rail, Airport, and Connectivity Enhancements<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/bihar\/purnia-airport-inauguration-2025\/#Water_Agriculture_Rural_Infrastructure_Projects\" >Water, Agriculture &amp; Rural Infrastructure Projects<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/bihar\/purnia-airport-inauguration-2025\/#Why_This_News_Is_Important\" >Why This News Is Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/bihar\/purnia-airport-inauguration-2025\/#Boost_to_Regional_Connectivity_and_Economy\" >Boost to Regional Connectivity and Economy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/bihar\/purnia-airport-inauguration-2025\/#Addressing_Energy_Needs_Industrial_Growth\" >Addressing Energy Needs &amp; Industrial Growth<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/bihar\/purnia-airport-inauguration-2025\/#Agricultural_Rural_Upliftment\" >Agricultural &amp; Rural Upliftment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/bihar\/purnia-airport-inauguration-2025\/#Political_and_Governance_Implications\" >Political and Governance Implications<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/bihar\/purnia-airport-inauguration-2025\/#Alignment_with_National_Development_Goals\" >Alignment with National Development Goals<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/bihar\/purnia-airport-inauguration-2025\/#Historical_Context\" >Historical Context<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/bihar\/purnia-airport-inauguration-2025\/#Bihars_Connectivity_Development_Challenges\" >Bihar\u2019s Connectivity &amp; Development Challenges<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/bihar\/purnia-airport-inauguration-2025\/#UDAN_Scheme_Civil_Enclave_Projects\" >UDAN Scheme &amp; Civil Enclave Projects<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/bihar\/purnia-airport-inauguration-2025\/#Prior_Investments_Political_Promises_in_Bihar\" >Prior Investments &amp; Political Promises in Bihar<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/bihar\/purnia-airport-inauguration-2025\/#Environmental_Technological_Considerations_in_Power_Projects\" >Environmental &amp; Technological Considerations in Power Projects<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/bihar\/purnia-airport-inauguration-2025\/#Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CProjects_Launched_in_Purnia_Bihar%E2%80%9D\" >Key Takeaways from \u201cProjects Launched in Purnia, Bihar\u201d<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/bihar\/purnia-airport-inauguration-2025\/#FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/bihar\/purnia-airport-inauguration-2025\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Purnia_Airport_inauguration_2025_by_PM_Modi_marks_the_launch_of_%E2%82%B936000_crore_Bihar_projects_including_Pirpainti_thermal_power_plant_Kosi-Mechi_river_link_and_National_Makhana_Board_for_exam-relevant_current_affairs\"><\/span>Purnia Airport inauguration 2025 by PM Modi marks the launch of \u20b936,000 crore Bihar projects including Pirpainti thermal power plant, Kosi-Mechi river link, and National Makhana Board for exam-relevant current affairs.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"PM_Modi_Inaugurates_Purnia_Airport_and_Launches_Rs_36000_Crore_Projects_in_Bihar\"><\/span>PM Modi Inaugurates Purnia Airport and Launches Rs 36,000 Crore Projects in Bihar<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"New_Terminal_Inauguration_at_Purnia_Airport\"><\/span>New Terminal Inauguration at Purnia Airport<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Prime Minister Narendra Modi formally inaugurated the interim terminal building at <strong>Purnia Airport (Civil Enclave)<\/strong> in Bihar, marking a major step in improving air connectivity in the northeastern region of the state. The inauguration took place amidst a large gathering including state officials such as Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, Deputy Chief Ministers Vijay Kumar Sinha and Samrat Choudhary, and other dignitaries. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Launch_of_Development_Projects_Worth_%E2%82%B936000_Crore\"><\/span>Launch of Development Projects Worth ~\u20b936,000 Crore<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Alongside the airport inauguration, the PM launched multiple developmental projects in Bihar worth approximately <strong>\u20b936,000 crore<\/strong>. These cover a broad range of sectors including energy, railways, infrastructure, irrigation, housing, and agriculture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Major_Energy_Investment_Pirpainti_Thermal_Power_Plant\"><\/span>Major Energy Investment: Pirpainti Thermal Power Plant<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A key component of these projects is a <strong>3\u00d7800 MW thermal power plant<\/strong> at Pirpainti in Bhagalpur. Valued at about <strong>\u20b925,000 crore<\/strong>, this is one of the largest private sector investments in Bihar. The plant will employ ultra-supercritical, low-emission technology to strengthen the state\u2019s power supply and address energy deficits. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rail_Airport_and_Connectivity_Enhancements\"><\/span>Rail, Airport, and Connectivity Enhancements<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition to the airport terminal, projects include new railway lines such as the <strong>Bikramshila-Katareah line (\u20b92,170 crore)<\/strong> and the <strong>Arariya-Galgalia railway link (\u20b94,410 crore)<\/strong> to improve connectivity across the Ganga and in northeastern Bihar. Also flagged off was the first flight on the Purnia-Kolkata route. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Water_Agriculture_Rural_Infrastructure_Projects\"><\/span>Water, Agriculture &amp; Rural Infrastructure Projects<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Other significant launches include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The <strong>Phase 1 of the Kosi-Mechi Intra-State River Link Project<\/strong> (\u20b92,680 crore), meant for canal upgrading, desilting, reconstruction etc., to boost irrigation and manage flood-risks. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The establishment of a <strong>National Makhana Board<\/strong> aimed at boosting Bihar\u2019s makhana (foxnut) industry, covering technology support, market linkages, post-harvest handling &amp; exports. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Housing and rural development: under the Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana (Gramin &amp; Urban), keys handed over to thousands of beneficiaries; funds under Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana\u2013NRLM for rural livelihoods. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"Purnia-Airport-inauguration-2025\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/img.staticmb.com\/mbcontent\/images\/crop\/uploads\/2025\/9\/PM_Modi_launches_Projects_in_Bihar_0_1200.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Purnia Airport inauguration 2025\" title=\"Purnia Airport inauguration 2025\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Purnia Airport inauguration 2025<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_This_News_Is_Important\"><\/span>Why This News Is Important<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Boost_to_Regional_Connectivity_and_Economy\"><\/span>Boost to Regional Connectivity and Economy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This initiative is especially significant for <strong>northeastern Bihar (Seemanchal region)<\/strong>, which has historically lagged behind in air and rail connectivity. The airport terminal and new flight routes will reduce travel time, improve access to larger cities, and likely promote tourism, trade, and investment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Addressing_Energy_Needs_Industrial_Growth\"><\/span>Addressing Energy Needs &amp; Industrial Growth<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The \u20b925,000-crore thermal power plant at Pirpainti will help in addressing the power deficit, supporting industrial activity, and ensuring more reliable electricity supply, which is essential for both urban and rural development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Agricultural_Rural_Upliftment\"><\/span>Agricultural &amp; Rural Upliftment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With the launch of the National Makhana Board and the river-linking\/infrastructure projects, the news underscores the government\u2019s push to strengthen agricultural incomes, improve irrigation and reduce risks of floods\u2014a critical concern for Bihar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Political_and_Governance_Implications\"><\/span>Political and Governance Implications<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Given Bihar is a politically sensitive state, such large-scale investment announcements and infrastructure inaugurations carry weight in both governance performance metrics and electoral perception. These projects reflect government priorities and could influence public sentiment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Alignment_with_National_Development_Goals\"><\/span>Alignment with National Development Goals<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The projects feed into broader national goals such as <em>Aatmanirbhar Bharat<\/em> (self-reliant India), improved rural infrastructure, sustainable agriculture, energy security, and enhancing connectivity (rail\/airport). For exam aspirants, this is a clear example of how policies and schemes are being operationalized.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context\"><\/span>Historical Context<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bihars_Connectivity_Development_Challenges\"><\/span>Bihar\u2019s Connectivity &amp; Development Challenges<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Historically, Bihar has faced infrastructural challenges: poor connectivity (road, rail, air), frequent flooding, low industrialization, and agricultural vulnerabilities. Regions like Seemanchal have often been underserved in terms of public infrastructure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UDAN_Scheme_Civil_Enclave_Projects\"><\/span>UDAN Scheme &amp; Civil Enclave Projects<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Government of India\u2019s UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Naagrik) scheme aims to boost regional air connectivity by developing underserved airports. Purnia airport\u2019s interim terminal and civil enclave are part of efforts under this broader policy push. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Prior_Investments_Political_Promises_in_Bihar\"><\/span>Prior Investments &amp; Political Promises in Bihar<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Over past years, Bihar has seen multiple infrastructure and power projects being proposed, foundation stones laid, but execution has sometimes lagged. Recent governments have emphasized infrastructure as a lever to reduce migration, stimulate local employment, and improve living standards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Environmental_Technological_Considerations_in_Power_Projects\"><\/span>Environmental &amp; Technological Considerations in Power Projects<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The use of \u201cultra-supercritical, low-emission\u201d technology for the thermal plant reflects a shift (or pressure) towards cleaner coal power technology, acknowledging environmental concerns and climate change obligations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CProjects_Launched_in_Purnia_Bihar%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>Key Takeaways from \u201cProjects Launched in Purnia, Bihar\u201d<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>S. No.<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>~\u20b936,000 crore worth of development projects launched in Bihar by PM Modi.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>Inauguration of interim terminal building at Purnia Airport, boosting regional air connectivity.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>Major energy investment: 3\u00d7800 MW thermal power plant in Pirpainti (Bhagalpur) worth ~\u20b925,000 crore using low-emission technology.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>Connectivity improvements via new railway lines (Bikramshila-Katareah; Arariya-Galgalia) and launch of new train\/flight routes.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>Focus on agriculture, rural development and housing: National Makhana Board; Kosi-Mechi river link (irrigation, flood control); Pradhan Mantri Awaas, rural livelihood schemes.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Purnia Airport inauguration 2025<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>1. When was the Purnia Airport interim terminal inaugurated?<\/strong><br>The interim terminal at Purnia Airport was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>2. How much investment was launched by PM Modi in Bihar during this visit?<\/strong><br>Projects worth approximately \u20b936,000 crore were launched covering energy, railways, irrigation, housing, and agriculture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>3. What is the capacity of the Pirpainti thermal power plant?<\/strong><br>The Pirpainti power plant in Bhagalpur is a 3\u00d7800 MW thermal power project, using ultra-supercritical, low-emission technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>4. Which new railway lines were announced in Bihar?<\/strong><br>The Bikramshila-Katareah railway line (\u20b92,170 crore) and Arariya-Galgalia railway line (\u20b94,410 crore) were announced to improve connectivity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>5. What is the purpose of the National Makhana Board?<\/strong><br>It aims to promote Bihar\u2019s makhana industry, providing technology support, market linkages, post-harvest management, and export opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>6. Which river-linking project was launched in Bihar?<\/strong><br>Phase 1 of the Kosi-Mechi Intra-State River Link Project was launched with a budget of \u20b92,680 crore to enhance irrigation and manage flood risks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>7. How does this development help in regional economic growth?<\/strong><br>Improved air and rail connectivity, reliable power supply, and agricultural &amp; rural infrastructure development are expected to boost trade, tourism, and livelihoods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>8. Under which government scheme were rural housing and livelihood projects funded?<\/strong><br>Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana (Gramin &amp; Urban) and Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana\u2013NRLM funded rural housing and livelihood initiatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\"><\/span>Some Important Current Affairs Links<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--1\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/category\/national\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">State Current Affairs<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--2\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" 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